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Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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Abnormalities in fingernail color
Fingernails abnormality (color)
Abnormal fingernails (color)
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Content updated on Jan 4, 2023
It indicates when healthy fingernails begin to change color.
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Edema
Erythema
This is a condition where the affected nail has a yellow-brown thickening and elongation with an increased curvature. It is more frequent amongst the elderly.
This is a purplish discoloration of the nails as a result from bleeding under the nail. This is caused by direct trauma.
This is a painless condition where the nail is abnormally lifted off the finger/toe.
Severe decrease in kidney function. There are many causes of this, from repeated damage due to infections, diabetes, high blood pressure to autoimmunity (body's immune system attacking itself).
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Has your nail color changed?
Do you have nail pain?
Has your nail shape changed?
Do you have vertical bleeding or red lines under your nails?
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Reviewed By:
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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